Try the Pottery Wheel – 2 Hour Beginner Session

Experience the potter's wheel with this 2 hour beginner session. Learn the fundamentals of centering clay and pulling up walls to create cylinders. You'll be guided through the process, then choose two pieces to be finished, glazed and fired by the me. Get the satisfaction of creating your own artwork.

Pottery Wheel Experience – 2 Hours

Always wanted to try the potter’s wheel? Come get your hands muddy and experience the joy of making your own pottery in this fun and relaxed two-hour session.

I’ll guide you step-by-step through the basics: centering clay, pulling walls, and shaping your very own pots. You’ll get your own wheel and plenty of support in a small group setting (max 3 people per session). At the end, you can choose 2 pieces for me to trim, glaze, and fire — ready for pickup in about 4 weeks!

Includes:

– 2 hours of guided tuition

– All materials, clay, tools & wheel use

– Glazing & firing of 2 pieces

– Small group: Max 3 people

What to bring:

– An old towel

– Short nails & tied-back hair

– Closed shoes

– A splash of patience and creativity!

– Patience! Learning to make a pot on the wheel is hard. So bring along some patience:)

Please note: This experience is for adults (18+). Pottery takes time — finished pieces will be held for 6 weeks after notification. Rescheduling allowed with 7+ days’ notice.

Can’t see a time that suits?

Email me at healesvillepottery@gmail.com and I’ll try to fit you in!

Please read:

Your pottery will be kept for 6 weeks after beeing notified by me that they are ready for pick up or postage. If not organised for pick up they will get a new happy home in the local op-shop.

Good to know: 

People with back problems or arthritis may find the wheel experience difficult.

Please Note:

A valid email and mobile phone number are required for the participant in order to receive a confirmation closer to the scheduled date. When booking for a friend, please include their name and contact information as a note in your reservation. Thank you. 

TERMS AND CONDITIONS

Kindly note these sessions are popular and full payment is required in advance through the online booking system. The fee is non refundable unless the session is cancelled by Healesville Pottery.

No-shows will not be refunded

Feeling unwell?

If you’re sick or have cold/flu symptoms, please get in touch to reschedule — I really appreciate it! As a one-woman studio, staying well helps keep everything running smoothly.

Kiln disclaimer:

I do my best to care for your creations, but due to the unpredictable nature of ceramics, I can’t guarantee all pieces will survive the firing process (especially if walls are too thick). Thanks for understanding!